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Re: Kasich Touts Chinese Foreign Direct Investment He Brought To Ohio: "Employed Over 1,000 People"

US Common Sense — Mon, 14 Mar 2016 08:39:35 -0000

There are plenty of domestic investments in Ohio. Nothing wrong with foreign investments either. In some markets, it is cheaper to invest in a foreign company you wish to operate in than it is to put your investments locally and then try to ship your product/service overseas. The US, just like many other large companies, have been doing this for ages. This is nothing new and not really a big issue (unless you are an isolationist).

Re: 4 Pro-Gun Arguments We're Sick of Hearing

US Common Sense — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 12:39:25 -0000

In honor of the writer's snarky comments, I would like to remind Amanda that the First Amendment was written in a time of parchment and quills by candle/lamp light. I guess if she wishes to practice her writing, she do so without a computer or the internet

Re: Peeple app | EW.com

US Common Sense — Thu, 01 Oct 2015 10:09:36 -0000

Simple answer to this: Don't sign up. "If you are not on Peeple yourself but others are rating you, then only positive reviews will be posted." If for some reason Peeple takes off, you'll have high(er) ratings than many of your peers if you don't register with the site. Let those who feel compelled to rate others expose themselves to negative reviews.

Re: Japan's 97-year-old pop star

US Common Sense — Fri, 10 Jul 2015 09:53:22 -0000

Hahaha . . . that's fantastic! Now we know what the AKB48 (and their sister groups) will look like in 60 years. Rock on, ladies!

Re: VIDEO: Man rips Confederate flag off semi truck — in middle of moving traffic

US Common Sense — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 12:28:40 -0000

"But slavery finally was done away with. And to preserve it, the South went to war."

You have your two sentences backwards. Slavery was still legal in the US (both as a whole and as the Union) until December 1865. That was eight months after the Civil War officially ended. And if you want to assume that the Emancipation Proclamation was enforceable, then slavery was legal in the Union/Union-held territories for 35 months longer than the South (the Emancipation Proclamation was made in January 1863).

That said, "one" of the reasons the Southern States rebelled was to protect the Constitutionally-recognized practice of slavery. When the Constitution was being drafted, the Northern States did not want slaves to be counted as a part of the population (some delegates referred to them as "property") while the South did want the slaves included in the population figures. Naturally, this was over representation in the House, and the Northern States wanted to skew the census figures in their favor for increased influence in Congress. Likewise, the Southern States wanted full-accounting of the salves to increase their representation in the House. This led to the 3/5ths compromise. Additionally, the Constitution laid the groundwork to end the slave trade in the US by 1808, but it did not call for ending slavery itself. It wasn't until the 13th Amendment in December of 1865 that the Constitution was changed to make slavery illegal.

Re: The Verdict Is Already In; By Almost Any Measure, Obamacare Is a Failure

US Common Sense — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 17:13:03 -0000

I'm not disagreeing with your overall point, John, but your initial post was a personal attack (of sorts) to which tam1960 was using to mock you. Hard to call him on that one.

Re: 11-Year Old Graduating With 3 Degrees From American River College

US Common Sense — Fri, 22 May 2015 09:53:14 -0000

The article doesn't say he's entering Med School, but rather that is his next goal. I'm sure he'll have a series of pre-req courses (and knowing him, degrees) that he'll need to clear through first before he can apply.

Re: Teen Shot, Killed In Berkeley Gas Station Parking Lot

US Common Sense — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 10:30:33 -0000

Can't fix stupid, even on Christmas Eve.

Re: Tom Coburn rankles Harry Reid in farewell Senate disputes

US Common Sense — Mon, 22 Dec 2014 12:09:11 -0000

Sorry, you seemed to miss what I was showing. When debating, you need to establish your argument with some sort of fact that not just you but those whom you are debating with can reference. For example, in my response to you, I directly quoted your two posts noting where you made accusations without any supporting information. Please go back and revisit your initial posts and my response to see where your argument was deemed to be baseless and rephrase it and add in the missing information to give your point a foundation to start from.

Re: Tom Coburn rankles Harry Reid in farewell Senate disputes

US Common Sense — Thu, 18 Dec 2014 08:29:24 -0000

Unfortunately, that doesn't make your argument. Since he cannot pass "every law, regulation and judge ... in the last 20 years", you need to cite examples of how "he ... is a traitor to the American people".

Re: 5 Worst NFL Quarterbacks With Super Bowl Rings

US Common Sense — Wed, 17 Dec 2014 09:38:52 -0000

Not worthy? What is your criteria then for who made the list?

Re: 5 Worst NFL Quarterbacks With Super Bowl Rings

US Common Sense — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 16:42:45 -0000

Of "Super Bowl winning QBs", you may be right.

Re: 5 Worst NFL Quarterbacks With Super Bowl Rings

US Common Sense — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 15:32:26 -0000

Yes, he was, and I have him in my comment to point out how bad this list by the author starts out. Based upon the criteria set forth at the start of the article, Stabler would match the description of Manning; a few good years (statistically) shadowed by many average years (a symptom of team issues and not necessarily caused by the QB). Stabler has 5 seasons with a QB rating of 80+ (Manning has 6 including this current season) with 194 TDs and 222 INTs (Manning has 255 TDs and 184 INTs) 184 starts (Manning has 167 starts).

Re: 5 Worst NFL Quarterbacks With Super Bowl Rings

US Common Sense — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 15:18:07 -0000

Eli Manning has an "honorable mention" while Ken Stabler, Doug Williams, and Joe Theismann aren't even on the list? Wow, nice bias, Mike Collins.

Re: Michael Sam -- I'm Not in the NFL ... Because I'm Gay

US Common Sense — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 12:19:53 -0000

If he wants to prove himself, try out for the CFL. Show the world you've got the skills and that you are being rejected by NFL teams because of your orientation. Simple. Acta non Verba.

Re: The Republican Party's top priority is to raise taxes on the poor. Literally. - The Week

US Common Sense — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 09:20:15 -0000

The Weak publishing propaganda as news again.

Re: Eli Manning Exposed: Jaguars Dominate Beleaguered QB

US Common Sense — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 09:20:57 -0000

What is missing from this is discussion is that Eli had a fantastic O-line during the Super Bowl runs. He's been playing behind a revolving door of injured and rookie players most of the season and last, resulting in a record number of sacks on him. 39 sacks last season and 26 sacks this season (not to include all of the hits he's taken after releasing the ball) makes all but the top 1% of QB's gun-shy. Last season, that resulted in him throwing in a career-high 27 interceptions. This year, he's kept the ball or thrown safe throws that don't lead to a first down.

Re: RAW COURAGE: Papa John’s Female Manager Defends Store From Looters With Bare Hands (Video)

US Common Sense — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 10:10:13 -0000

The lady in the background saying "Oh my God, you going to put your life in danger for a Papa Johns" highlights one of the things that is wrong with society. The manager is doing what everyone else should have been doing at that moment; standing up to two thugs that are out only to destroy. Don't just stand there and question why someone is taking a stand against criminal activity. The guys trying to break into the restaurant aren't "protesting" or "honoring Brown's life". They are vandals, pure and simple. The bystander could learn a lesson or two from the manager, especially if the bystander calls in an order for pizza the next day.

Re: A special job for Elizabeth Warren?

US Common Sense — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 15:01:19 -0000

Vote in Manchin. Vote our Reid.

Re: If Democrats want to fight voter suppression, they should pay for people to get IDs - The Week

US Common Sense — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 11:57:32 -0000

Photo IDs = poll tax? *dies laughin* Nice stretch.

Re: Brittany Maynard Dies of Terminal Brain Cancer : People.com

US Common Sense — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 11:57:42 -0000

Tragic story with a fantastic ending! All our best to him and your family!

Re: Brittany Maynard Dies of Terminal Brain Cancer : People.com

US Common Sense — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 11:22:54 -0000

Such a sad tale. My hope is that none of you, your family, or friends are ever placed in a similar position as Brittany.

Re: Pentagon reacts to sick woman, claimed Africa trip - WTOP.com

US Common Sense — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 16:23:32 -0000

Gee, thanks. Glad you don't value human life (mine or those around me) much.

Re: Pentagon reacts to sick woman, claimed Africa trip - WTOP.com

US Common Sense — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 16:22:42 -0000

So, in the mean time, when individuals in the DC area (not the politicians) start getting sick and/or die, it's ok if it "hits home"?

I understand the angst by the government/President slow-rolling on proactive measures, but let's remember that there are far more "non-privileged" people living and working up here, and it's highly unlikely to reach the political class. Instead, let's hope for less cases of Ebola rather than more.

Re: Fox News host makes extremely racist comment about the Democratic party

US Common Sense — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 13:56:30 -0000

Sadly, this isn't any worse than things you hear from any politician or political commentator these days. Not saying it's right, but it's nothing new.